Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sperton Global AS is a global recruitment and consulting firm partnering with a fast-growing consumer brand in the home textiles and apparel space to hire a Senior Sales Manager for the US market. The role involves leading sales strategies, managing key accounts, and driving revenue growth within the industry.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute sales strategy for home textile and apparel product lines across the US market
- Identify, develop, and manage relationships with retailers, distributors, wholesalers, and key accounts
- Drive new product and brand launches from go-to-market planning through execution
- Achieve revenue targets and expand market share across assigned territories and accounts
- Conduct market research to identify trends, pricing benchmarks, and competitor activity
- Collaborate with product development, merchandising, and supply chain teams to ensure timely execution
- Develop sales forecasts, reports, and performance analysis for management review
- Participate in trade shows, exhibitions, and buyer meetings to promote products and brands
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms with clients
- Identify new product opportunities and build strong relationships with vendors
Skills
- Minimum 5+ years of experience in sales within the home textile, apparel, or fashion industry
- Background in e-commerce, merchandising, and product development
- Strong exposure to US retail, wholesale, or brand distribution networks
- Proven experience launching new products or building brand and vendor relationships
- Ability to manage multiple key accounts independently
- Understanding of product positioning, pricing strategy, and retail dynamics
- Strong communication and negotiation skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field required
- Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States. No sponsorship is available
- Strong commercial mindset with a target-driven approach
- Experience working with cross-functional, global teams
- Willingness to travel for client meetings and trade events (10–20%)
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